Funding News – 20 May 2024 .
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SSE Renewables in Northern Ireland
SSE Renewables is Northern Ireland’s largest generator of wind power and is the power behind leading greener energy provider and sister company SSE Airtricity. They provide voluntary community funding to community groups near each of our wind farms across the country. Bessy Bell, near Newtownstewart Co. Tyrone, provides a pot of £16,000 per year. Following the establishment of a bi-annual fund in 2023 the next round of funding, will open in 2025. Slieve Kirk, in Co. Derry/Londonderry, a pot of £170,000 is available per year. The fund will open on 10th June 2024 and close on 5th July 2024. Through their Tievenameenta Wind Farm in Killeter, Co. Tyrone, around £80,000 per year is available. The fund will re-open on 30th September and close on 25th October 2024
Clarion Futures: Digital Grants
Clarion Futures delivers a range of grant programmes which support those working to improve the lives of our residents, as well as helping them stay more digitally connected. Grants of up to £5,000 for innovative digital inclusion projects for Clarion residents. Clarion Futures is part of Clarion Housing Group. Deadline 12 June 2024 (noon).
The Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust (ORIT) invests in the transition to net zero. On top of their investments in renewable energy assets, they are looking to provide grants and volunteering support to innovative opportunities that enhance the environment and improve local communities. They are particularly interested in supporting initiatives that promote a "just transition", ensuring the benefits of the green economy transition are shared more widely and help those who stand to lose economically. For their fourth year of funding, they are providing a further £50,000. They are accepting applications for grants up to a maximum of £10,000. Deadline 1 August 2024.
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA): The Peatland Challenge Fund
The competition has been funded by the Department's Environment Fund and the Irish Government's Shared Island Initiative and is available to not-for-profit organisations and councils to deliver key environmental priorities across Northern Ireland.
This grant competition is for CAPITAL funding. Minimum total cost of a project is £50,000.
CRC Community Relations/Cultural Diversity: Small Grants Scheme
The Community Relations Council, with the support of Government, has established a fund to spend each year on community relations projects. This funding is intended to help community/voluntary groups throughout Northern Ireland develop their capacity to engage in community relations work and to enhance the community relations potential of projects they undertake. Funding of up to £10,000 is available but it is more typical for £2,000- £5,000.
Nisa: Heart of the Community Awards
Nisa’s Making a Difference Locally (MADL) charity has launched its 8th round of the Heart of the Community initiative. This round aims to brighten the futures of children by providing funding for back-to-school uniforms and summer activities. £50,000 pot available.
Community Foundation for NI: Social Justice Small Grants Programme
The Social Justice Fund is part of, and supported by, the Northern Ireland Human Rights Fund (NIHRF).
NIHRF Purpose: This collaborative Fund will work to advance a fairer and more equal society where the human rights of all are protected. Grants are available up to £5,000 in some cases the panel will consider grants up to £15,000. Closing date 10 June at 1pm.
Upcoming Deadlines
The D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust funds UK registered charities operating in the UK in the fields of the advancement of the arts, health and medical welfare and environmental protection or improvement. The objects of the charity are the advancement of the arts, health and medical welfare and environmental protection or improvement. The Trust supports a diverse range of charities seeking in some way to enhance and improve people’s lives. Grants available £600-£6,000. Closing date 23 May at midnight.
Special EU Programmes Body PeacePlus 2021-27.
Peace Plus will build on previous PEACE & INTERREG Programmes to promote peace and prosperity in Ireland. It will help mitigate the impact of Brexit and COVID, particularly on the most marginalised people and border communities.
Collaborative Health & Social Care (Cross-Border Addiction Services) Deadline: 5pm 23 May 2024
Rural Regeneration and Social Inclusion Programme Deadline: 5pm 23 May 2024
The Trustees can make grants for any charitable purpose, but their present policy is to focus grant-making in the areas of horticulture and plant sciences, as well as art history and the enhancement, conservation and preservation of art. They will consider grants up to £10,000.
Closing date 23 May 2024 4pm
Asda Foundation’s goal is to build resilient communities by empowering local groups to make a positive difference, addressing local challenges and social needs. They aim to achieve this by provide funding to local grassroots community groups to enable them to meet the diverse needs of their community and to help them thrive and grow. Groups may apply for one Grassroots Grant per year to a maximum value of £2000 and minimum value of £400.
Empowering local communities grant closing date 24 May 2024.
Cost of living grant closing date 24 May 2024.
Triangle Trust 1949 Fund offers funding for specialist community and voluntary organisations focusing on young people and the criminal justice system within the UK. Grants of up to £80,000 over two years available. A maximum of £40,000 per year can be requested. Closing date 27 May 2024 at 12pm.
Fundraising Support
Fundraising Hub
Explore the Fundraising Hub for a wide range of articles and resources to support your fundraising journey. A few are below:
The Royal Countryside Fund Announces New Funding Strategy 2024-2028
The Royal Countryside Fund, founded by His Majesty King Charles III in 2010 when The Prince of Wales, has launched a new strategy intending to raise £15m over the next four years. The strategy includes a £3m investment in rural community-led projects through a new grants programme opening this autumn.
Passive income and Micro donations
If you're looking to raise income for your organisation with little effort and make the most of very small donations, we've rounded up some of the options available to you.
Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust launches new funding priorities
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust will award £30 million in grants under the Covenant Fund over the next three years, according to its new Funding Framework.
Supporting the Planet and Your Organisation
Earth Day is celebrated annually on 22 April. But did you know you can encourage donors to support your work while taking environmental action? There are a few options out there to generate additional income for your work or save you the expense by encouraging your supporters and donors to take action on your behalf.
Guest Blog: The Chartered Institute of Fundraising in Northern Ireland
Revisit our blog from Paul Montgomery, Chair of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Northern Ireland and find out more about their upcoming Northern Ireland Fundraising Awards 2024 and how you can get involved.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion in your grant applications
This resource outlines some reasons behind funders wanting organisations to address EDI in the applications alongside advice on broaching the topic in writing, getting started on your journey and where you can find further information on this topic.
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